Raise the Hope presented by Kagome is a special program offered by Raise the Bar and the Hope Heart Institute to women who are looking to significantly improve their overall health and lower their risk for heart disease (the #1 cause of death among women)  through their participation in the sport of triathlon. .

Raise the Hope (RTH) is designed to use the fun of our triathlon-based community to help women who have two or more risk factors of cardiac disease gain their health back.  Women who struggle with high body fat percentage, blood pressure, or glucose levels, those who have a history of stroke or heart disease, or are smokers (or past smokers) are members of the program.

 

In 2007, 12 RTH women kicked off this fabulous 9-month journey toward fitness.  They had an amazing year.  The group lost more than 100 lbs, lowered their Blood pressure and glucose level, and raced more than 100 times in triathlons, duathlons, fun runs.  They workout out 3,510 times!      

RTH is unique in that it is a sponsor driven program . The cost per person is set far below the expenses, and we owe that to our generous sponsors - Kagome and The Hope Heart Institute. They have made it possible to provide a fantastic program at an affordable price.

RTH participants attend monthly meetings, special workouts, and health screenings, in an encouraging, fun, challenging  atmosphere.   RTH members are required to be members of Raise the Bar’s triathlon team.  The team  camaraderie and atmosphere of Raise the Bar and the team benefits are a significant and necessary addition to this program.  Participants are able to take advantage of equipment and race fee discounts.   

 

The cost for the 9 months of education, health screenings, special workouts, and support is $249.00 and a current Raise the Bar membership.

Angela Meeks is directing  the RTH program for the 2nd year.  Angela has a personal appreciation of the struggles and challenges that Raise the Hope addresses.  You’ll find her own story inspirational . If you have any questions about the program, feel free to Contact Angela Here.

Raise the Hope

Women’s Health and Fitness Program

presented by KAGOME JUICE BLENDS

 

January 1 - September 30

 

Kagome Juice Blends, the Hope Heart Institute, and Raise the Bar  are giving 22 women the support, community, and encouragement to boldy and healthfully step out into the world of multisport.  Follow their journey here.

 

Raise the Hope is followed frequently in the media - if you are a sponsor and are interested in participating in this program, contact us.